Sale Finds + Haul from SM City North EDSA End of Season Sale [January 2-11, 2015]

Sale season is definitely on! While some of us may complain of being so broke come January, now is really the best time to shop since stores usually go on major sale this time of the year. Take SM City North EDSA as an example! This mall is so near our place so I am almost always here.

I visited the mall on the first day of the sale to score the best deals! :D First stop, Claire's at SM Annex. I love going here to shop for my little sisters and niece.

They have loads of cutesy accessories at 50% off!

I spotted a shelf full of clip-on earrings but at regular price. I am not hopeless after all! Haha. Now I know where to buy them for when I need some fancy-looking accessories for more formal events.

Look at this ring watch! It reminds me of my childhood. I used to have one as a kid! :D

Claire's Pierced Earring Converters (P395.00 -> P197.50 -> P167.50)

I spotted this baby at the bottom shelf. It will (magically) turn any pair of earrings to clips!

I also dropped by SM Department Store and saw a lot of bags and shoes at rock bottom prices!

Must Buy! Pink Parisian Bag (P299.75)

Must Buy! Gold Grab Bag (P299.75)

Grab tote bags at P499.75

Grab Aztec bags at P349.75

Grab Foldable Totes at P99.75

Solemate Ballet Flats (Any 2 for P399.75)

Too Cool For School (located at City Center aka Main Building) has selected items at 25% off!

 

Too Cool For School BB Foundation Lunch Box Matte (P219.00) + Freebie

This one's not on sale, but I bought it as a gift for my sister. For every purchase, you get to pick a free sample, so I chose the Dinoplatz CC Cream sachet.

The Body Shop (also located at City Center) was also on sale. Good thing I went on the first day since I know stocks will fly like crazy once people find out that their holiday bath and body items and gifts are now all at 50% off.

The Body Shop Body Butter Mini Trio (P1,095.00 -> P547.50)

I just had to buy this cutie! I did the math and each tub costs only P182.50! I want to go back and buy more stuff like shower gels, perfume, and their mini sets that come in pouches!

I love the scent of the Glazed Apple range like crazy. When I went home, I realized I should've gotten them right then and there. Now they might be gone when I go back to the store. Noooo. It smells sooo good! :D

The Body Shop Glazed Apple Eau de Toilette (P995.00 -> P497.50)

The Body Shop Glazed Apple Tin of Treasures (P1,595.00 -> P797.50)

The Body Shop Glazed Apple Tin of Delights (P2,995.00 -> P1,497.50)

Now which one do I get? I originally just wanted the EDT, but the second set has a cute apple-shaped tin, and the third set is almost complete with the EDT +++! Help! :D

Last few stops was in The Block, where I bought a couple more stuff from Etude House and Fully Booked. These one's aren't on sale though.

The Etude House Oh My God!! Cream (P398.00) is for whitening of secret spots (haha), and I gave it to my sister as a gift. The two face masks (at P58.00 each) are mine because I'm breaking out.

I love buying books like these. I've been curious about Stylized by Liz Uy for so long, but I found it pricey at P395.00 (hardbound). Now they've released a softbound copy for just P195.00! Yay! Make Up by Michelle Phan (P920.00) is a Christmas gift for myself since she's one of my favorite Youtube vloggers, and I just had to have her book.

Trivia: Did you know that you can have the books you buy from Fully Booked plastic-wrapped for FREE? :)

So those were my sale finds + haul from SM City North EDSA's End of Season Sale. Catch more great finds for up to 70% off from this mallwide sale until January 11, 2015.

Love,

Helen

Working Girl Haul: Forever 21 | Solemate

My weekday wardrobe choice is quite limited because I work in an office with a conservative dress code. (I get to wear pencil skirts instead of slacks though, so I'm fine with that!) I'm all about practical shopping, so when I had to shop for a dress for an event that I was going to attend, I made sure that I was going to be able to use it again - like for work!

Forever 21 Short Length Dress in Black & Cream

I was looking for a futuristic-themed dresses, and ended up falling in love with this black and white printed dress. I wore this to both Snoe and Dermclinic events (which happened on the same day). What I love about this dress is that it has mid-length sleeves that hide my too-skinny arms and wide horizontal lines to add bulk/curves. I prefer my dresses to stop a few inches above the knees since I find that cut most flattering for my petite height.

Forever 21 Long-Sleeved Sweater Top in Hunter Green

I got this because its color reminds me of Christmas! Even if it's warm outside, I can actually get away with this since it's freezing cold inside the office. Plus, it doesn't hurt that I got it at 70% off!

Forever 21 Girls Long Pants in Black

I've been searching for a pair of office pants (meaning: not jeans/leggings/jeggings) for months until I gave up, since nothing ever fit right. All slacks looked frumpy and loose on me, until I chanced upon the pants rack of Forever 21 Girls. Yes, the kids section! Lo and behold, I found a pair of black office-y pants in size 12, which fit me perfectly! Believe me, I was so happy and excited when I saw a pair of pants from Forever 21 that actually fitted me. Now, I know exactly where to look - to the kids section!

Because it can't be all clothes and no shoes, I also bought 2 pairs of black flats just because they go well with everything!

Solemate

I've meet my Solemate before, and got more pairs in different prints and colors. But still, nothing beats basic black when it comes to dressing up for work.

Solemate Crayola in Black

Solemate Matallic in Black 

I personally think that these shoes will look classier if Solemate just ditched the ribbons. What I love about Solemate shoes are that they're super soft and comfortable, not to mention dirt cheap (P399.75 for 2 pairs!). Because of the price, don't expect the quality to be top-notch. With everyday use (and abuse), these will last you for about 6 months or longer, until the soles start to crack in the middle, but I don't mind repurchasing. Just don't wear this during rainy days; your feet WILL get soaking wet, as the material of these shoes is mainly fabric (except for the sole, of course).

If you're curious, Solemate is available in SM Departments Stores. They do have lots of other colors/designs/prints. They also carry casual sandals too - very nice for lazy days.

What are your "working girl" closet must-haves? :)

Love,

Helen

PS. Join my giveaway and get a chance to win gift packs from Color Club and Zoya! Giveaway ends November 30, 2012.

Belle de Jour Rendezvous: Believe. Dare. Become.

My weekend was well spent with fellow Bellas in the Belle de Jour Rendezvous: Believe. Dare. Become. held at Ace Water Spa, Pasig just this afternoon. It was an day of fun, games, learning, generous raffle prizes, and sumptuous food! I've been a Bella for 4 years now (as I started being a BDJ girl in 2009), and for me, BDJ is not just a planner, it has become a lifestyle. I get to meet so many new friends in their events, and each BDJ Rendezvous is always a fun one. (If you haven't gone to a Belle de Jour Rendezvous before, make sure to attend the next one!)

Three speakers were invited in the event, and the topics covered fashion and beauty, work-life balance, and the secrets to feeling great and confident about ourselves.

 

Cielo Fontreras

The first speaker was Cielo Fontreras, Makeup Artist and Accessory Designer. She talked about the hot (and not) fashion and makeup trends for 2012.

Ginny Gonzales

The second speaker, Ginny Gonzales, is a Personality Development Instructor from John Robert Powers. She's very pretty! She taught us suggestions on how to achieve work-life balance.

Sarah Ramos

The third speaker was Sarah Ramos, who's into Consulting and is a Life Coach. She gave us get confident tips and made us all feel amazing.

During the break, we had a buffet of yummy food from Bizu and Ace Water Spa. There was a Bizu macaron tower (which was so lovely).

Bizu Macaron Tower

Fudgy Brownies

We were served pasta, buffalo wings, sandwiches, brownies, and iced tea. All those food equals to a happy tummy!

There were also loads of raffle prizes from BDJ's partner brands. This adorable little bunny was also part of the raffle. Too bad I didn't get to take it home with me. Cute cute bunny. :3

And of course, the day wouldn't be complete without taking pictures with fellow Bellas! I missed bonding my BDJ friends, especially Lala, Alpha, and Ria! (Tayo na ang veterans!) I got to meet lots of new faces as well.

And to end this post, here's an outfit shot. I chose a pastel colored outfit since it was a daytime event. I wore a peach colored peter pan collared top, a white belt with gold studs, white shorts, and mocha colored flats. Very girly lang ang peg!

Top: Landmark | Belt: Crossings | Shorts: Maldita | Shoes: Solemate

Thank you for the awesome day, BDJ! :)

Love,

Helen